Episode 4: Go Luxe or Go Home: When and How to Use Luxury Yarns in Your Knitting

On this episode of Behind the Skeins, host Jenna Eddy takes you inside the world of luxury yarns—from the buttery softness of cashmere to the rare warmth of alpaca. We’re talking when to splurge, how to work with high-end fibers, and which luxury yarns are best for specific projects like shawls, cowls, sweaters, and heirloom knits.

You’ll learn:

🧶 The top luxury fibers and their best uses

🧶 How to blend luxe yarns with basics for budget-friendly projects

🧶 Smart tips for swatching, blocking, and storing delicate yarns

🧶 When it’s worth the splurge—and when it’s not

Whether you’re shopping for your next showstopper project or curious about specialty yarns, this episode will help you knit with confidence, care, and a little indulgence.

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